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2021 Map of Cupertino

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Cupertino
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Santa Cruz Mountains and the rising elevations of Monte Bello Ridge dominate the western portion of this 2021 survey, illustrating the interface between California's coastal ranges and the dense urbanization of the Santa Clara Valley. The landscape transitions from the residential grids of Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and Saratoga into the steep, creek-cut terrain of Castle Rock Ridge. This era shows a fully matured suburban infrastructure, where major transit corridors like I-280 and Ca-85 bisect established neighborhoods such as Monta Vista and Rancho Rinconada.

Educational landmarks including De Anza College and West Valley College serve as significant anchors within the valley floor. Waterways like Stevens Cr and Permanente Cr descend from the ridges, following natural drainage patterns that have historically shaped the development of Los Altos Hills and Loyola. Local history is preserved in sites like Gates of Heaven Cem and the Madronia Cem, while unique terrain features such as Table Mtn and Champagne Fountain provide distinct points of reference for those studying the geography of the South Bay.